1) German rapper Anis Ferchichi who was born on September 28, 1978 in Bonn. His rap is strongly influenced by French Gangsta Rap. He is also known as Sonny Black.
Early Life:
Bushido has a Tunisian father and a German mother. However, he was raised in Berlin by his mother and never got to know his father.
Musical Career:
In 2000 he began his musical career. He gained recognition through King Orgasmus One and his works on several "I Luv Money Records"-Releases. Soon he released his first tape King Of Kingz. This led to him moving to a new label Aggro Berlin, where he worked with Sido, B-Tight, and Fler. The album was later released on CD in 2003 as King Of Kingz (Digital Remastered) and in 2004 as the King of Kingz 2004 Edition with some remixes. In 2002 he released the legendary milestone underground-album Carlo Cokxxx Nutten under his pseudonym, Sonny Black (arguably in the same manner as Eminem), in which he worked with Fler also known as Frank White.
His first Solo-Album was released in 2003, which is called "Vom Bordstein bis zur Skyline". This album had a lot of good reviews and was titled the first real Gangster Rap album in Germany. It was an enormous success for what was still basically an underground release.
Because of artistic differences regarding his future solo career, he left his label, Aggro Berlin, in the summer of 2004 and was taken under contract by Urban/Universal. In 2004, together with Ilan, he produced a remix of the industrial metal group Rammstein's song Amerika. In October 2004 he released his third album Electro Ghetto which reached number six on the German charts. On April 4, 2005 he released his fourth LP in two and half years, Carlo Cokxxx Nutten II, once again using his alter ego Sonny Black and working with Baba Saad in replacement of Fler.
In the winter of 2004/2005, he played a central role in a dispute with the rapper Eko Fresh and also made the song "FLERräter" against his former colleague at Aggro Berlin Fler (a play on the word Verräter, which means traitor).
Legal trouble found its way into his life following a party in Linz, Austria on July 30th, 2005. Upon discovery that his tyres had been slashed, he and two of his bodyguards were involved in a physical altercation with a 20 year old male, who was left with severe head injuries. Bushido spent 15 days in jail before being released on €100,000 bail. He faces a 3 year sentence if convicted.
On the judgemend day he released his Album "Staatsfeind Nr.1" (Public Enemy Nr. 1).
Most people called his time in jail a big promotion for this Album.
The second sampler ersguterjunge Sampler Vol. 2 - Vendetta was released the 1st of December 2006. It features artists who are signed to his Label ersguterjunge. The only single of the Sampler is called "Vendetta" and features Bushido, Eko Fresh and Chakuza.
In 2007 he won another ECHO-award as best hip hop/rap artist. His albums have earned platinum status in Germany, making him the most successful rapper ever in his homeland.
The album, 7 was released on August 31st, 2007 in Germany. As of August 24th, 7 has already pre-sold 100,000 copies in Germany, making it a gold record.
Bushido released his Biography Bushido on 8 September 2008 and his 8th album Heavy Metal Payback was released on 10 October. The singles are: "Ching Ching" and "Für immer jung" (which features Karel Gott).
Controversy:
Somewhat ironically, Bushido's admirers include both immigrants and extreme right-wing youth, which has drawn caution and criticism in Germany. He is often criticized in the media for his allegedly sexist, nationalist, and racist lyrics and for refusing to reject some of his controversial fans. However, some point to his partial North African ethnicity and collaboration with minority artists, like Azad, Eko Fresh, and Cassandra Steen, as evidence Bushido is not racist.
2) 'Bushido' is the name of a one-shot collaboration between some of the best known singer/songwriters from the current generation of rock singers in Spain. The singers involved in the Bushido project are: Búnbury, Carlos Ann, Shuarma and Mortí. They sat together for a couple of weeks and came out with a collection of pop-rock songs that showcase each of their styles and thematic inclinations.
3)Bushido were an obscure post-punk band from the early 80's similar in style to early Cabaret Voltaire/Eric Random etc.
4) Bushido are a progressive rock, three piece from Melbourne, Australia. They have released 2 EP's entitled 'Last Breath' and 'Mercina'. They play music in a similar vein to other Australian bands such as 'The Butterfly Effect', 'Cog' and 'Karnivool'. They are currently writing songs for their debut album set to be released early 2008.
Haifisch
Bushido Lyrics
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Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
Ich hab nachgeladen
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
Kleinmachnow Eigenheim
Fick nicht mit dem weißen Hai
Hoffentlich erstickt dein fetter Vater an sei'm Schweineflisch
Erstickt an seinem Dosenbier
Der Jürgen Klopp in Birkenstock
Lustig, lustig, wenn ich ihm sein Maul mit meinem Gürtel stopf'
Ich ficke dich, du Torch-Kopie
Rache ist mein Mordmotiv
Kay hat von Fernanda so 'nen überkrassen Korb gekriegt
Yeah, ich lass dich Scheiße fressen
Lass deine Mutter meine Eichel lecken
Und dein Vater schwitzt an den Geheimratsecken
Willkommen im Haifischbecken, ihr seid alle kleine Fische
Meine Sippe kommt und wir zersägen euch in Einzelstücke
Ja, ich bin noch immer asozial und primitiv auf Tilidin
Brech dir deine Knochen durch die Skinny Jeans
Ich hab nachgeladen
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
Ich hab nachgeladen
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
Berlin ist mein Hauptquartier
Du Schwuchtel wirst hier ausradiert
Du Drecksbulle bist außer dir
Bestell' mich bloß nicht auf's Revier
Ich hab kein' Respekt vor niemand
Summen, die ich mache sind so exorbitant
Alter, spiel hier nicht den Superheld, du Bruce Darnell
Du kannst dich nicht mit mir auf eine Stufe stellen
Mein Grundstück ist noch größer als ein Fußballfeld
Ein Kanacke schafft es raus aus dem Block
Und schon stellen sie sein Haus auf den Kopf
Ich bin allen hier 'nen Schritt voraus
Hab' gestern schon gewusst, was heut' passiert
Aber nicht, dass diese Schwuchteln uns're Mucke boykottieren
Man, ich bin nicht euer durchschnittlicher deutscher Mustermann
Leg dich mit mir an, dann landest du im Zeugenschutzprogramm
Ich hab nachgeladen
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
Ich hab nachgeladen
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
The lyrics of Bushido's song "Haifisch" depict the violent and aggressive persona of the artist who speaks in vulgar terms and threatens to harm those who dare to cross him. The opening lines of the song, "Ich hab nachgeladen, Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen" translate to "I have reloaded, shots from the black car," indicating the readiness and willingness of the artist to use violent means to assert his dominance over his rivals. The chorus "Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah" translates to "You're fucked when the shark bites yeah yeah yeah," further emphasizing the predatory and dangerous nature of the artist.
The lyrics also contain derogatory terms towards marginalized groups such as women, fat people, and immigrants. The artist also boasts about his wealth and power, highlighting his superiority over others. The reference to Jürgen Klopp, a famous German football coach, illustrates the artist's disrespect towards authority figures and the mainstream culture.
Overall, the lyrics of "Haifisch" portray a disturbing and violent persona, reflecting the aggressive and provocative nature of Bushido's music.
Line by Line Meaning
Ich hab nachgeladen
I have loaded my gun
Schüsse aus dem schwarzen Wagen
Shots fired from the black car
Und du Fotze liegst im Straßengraben
And you, bitch, lie in the ditch
Alles kommt zurück, Life is Life
Everything comes back, life is life
Du bist gefickt wenn der Haifisch beißt yeah yeah yeah
You are screwed when the shark bites
Kleinmachnow Eigenheim
Kleinmachnow single-family home
Fick nicht mit dem weißen Hai
Don't mess with the white shark
Hoffentlich erstickt dein fetter Vater an sei'm Schweineflisch
Hopefully your fat father chokes on his pork chops
Erstickt an seinem Dosenbier
Chokes on his canned beer
Der Jürgen Klopp in Birkenstock
Jürgen Klopp in Birkenstock sandals
Lustig, lustig, wenn ich ihm sein Maul mit meinem Gürtel stopf'
Funny, funny, when I stuff his mouth with my belt
Ich ficke dich, du Torch-Kopie
I fuck you, you Torch copy
Rache ist mein Mordmotiv
Revenge is my motive for murder
Kay hat von Fernanda so 'nen überkrassen Korb gekriegt
Kay got a huge rejection from Fernanda
Yeah, ich lass dich Scheiße fressen
Yeah, I'll make you eat shit
Lass deine Mutter meine Eichel lecken
Let your mother lick my tip
Und dein Vater schwitzt an den Geheimratsecken
And your father sweats at his bald spot
Willkommen im Haifischbecken, ihr seid alle kleine Fische
Welcome to the shark tank, you are all small fish
Meine Sippe kommt und wir zersägen euch in Einzelstücke
My clan is coming and we will saw you into pieces
Ja, ich bin noch immer asozial und primitiv auf Tilidin
Yes, I am still antisocial and primitive on Tilidin
Brech dir deine Knochen durch die Skinny Jeans
Break your bones through your skinny jeans
Berlin ist mein Hauptquartier
Berlin is my headquarters
Du Schwuchtel wirst hier ausradiert
You, faggot, will be eradicated here
Du Drecksbulle bist außer dir
You dirty cop are beside yourself
Bestell' mich bloß nicht auf's Revier
Don't call me to the station
Ich hab kein' Respekt vor niemand
I have no respect for anyone
Summen, die ich mache sind so exorbitant
The sums I make are so exorbitant
Alter, spiel hier nicht den Superheld, du Bruce Darnell
Dude, don't play superhero here, you Bruce Darnell
Du kannst dich nicht mit mir auf eine Stufe stellen
You can't compare yourself to me
Mein Grundstück ist noch größer als ein Fußballfeld
My plot is even bigger than a football field
Ein Kanacke schafft es raus aus dem Block
A Turkish person manages to make it out of the block
Und schon stellen sie sein Haus auf den Kopf
And they already turn his house upside down
Ich bin allen hier 'nen Schritt voraus
I am one step ahead of everyone here
Hab' gestern schon gewusst, was heut' passiert
Already knew yesterday what's happening today
Aber nicht, dass diese Schwuchteln uns're Mucke boykottieren
But not that these faggots boycott our music
Man, ich bin nicht euer durchschnittlicher deutscher Mustermann
Man, I am not your average German Joe
Leg dich mit mir an, dann landest du im Zeugenschutzprogramm
Mess with me and you'll end up in a witness protection program
Lyrics © Budde Music Publishing GmbH, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANIS MOHAMED FERCHICHI, KONSTANTIN SCHERER, VINCENT STEIN
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